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Estonian chemical industry news
25 March 2026
Neste Board Committee Appointments
After the AGM, the Board elected: Personnel & Remuneration — Chair Pasi Laine; Nick Elmslie, Conrad Keijzer, Sari Mannonen. Audit — Chair Essimari Kairisto; John Abbott, Anna Hyvönen, Just Jansz.
27 January 2026
EnviTec Biogas Launches First EnviThan Plant in Lithuania
Lithuania invests in renewable energy with a new biogas plant, aiming to reduce fossil fuel use and support decarbonization. Completion is set for April 2026.
15 January 2026
EnviTec Biogas Enters Lithuanian Market in 2026
Biomethane's potential grows abroad despite political challenges in Germany. EnviTec sees steady market development in Europe and anticipates growth from LIQVIS acquisition.
22 December 2025
Perpetual Next Completes €35M Bond Redemption Early
The company redeems bonds as part of a debt reduction plan, preparing for 2026 growth capital. It is also expanding biomethanol production across Europe and the U.S.
27 November 2025
Momentum Global Ventures Invests €200 Million in Perpetual Next
Investment funds facility expansion for biomethanol production in Europe and the US, including the world's largest torrefaction reactor, with support from ING Corporate Finance.
20 November 2025
ORLEN Group Reports Record Q3 2025 Profit and Investment
ORLEN's Q3 2025 saw high investment in energy security, record dividends, and growth in renewable capacity, with strong performance across all segments despite challenging conditions.
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10 November 2025
Perpetual Next and TSI Begin Production of Largest Torrefaction Reactor
The reactor, part of a biomethanol blueprint, will produce 80,000 tons of renewable carbon annually, supporting chemical industry and shipping fuel needs.
5 November 2025
EU Transport Package: High-Speed Rail and Sustainable Fuel Initiatives
The EU aims to enhance rail connectivity and boost investment in renewable fuels for aviation and waterborne sectors, promoting sustainability and competitiveness.
20 October 2025
Perpetual Next Appoints Gervais Green to Supervisory Board, Continues Partnership with ING Corporate Finance
Gervais Green joins to enhance governance and international growth. Collaboration with Fluor and ING supports biomethanol expansion and strategic partner admission.
29 September 2025
ORLEN VC Invests in Synthetic Aviation Fuel Technology
Investment in technology to convert hydrogen and CO₂ into e-SAF supports decarbonization goals, enhancing competitive edge in sustainable aviation fuel market.
15 September 2025
ORLEN Expands SAF Fuel Availability in Baltic Markets
SAF is now available in Vilnius, Riga, and Tallinn, reducing emissions and supporting EU regulations. ORLEN plans further expansion and domestic production to enhance sustainability.
11 September 2025
Stargate Hydrogen Uses BASF's Ultrason® for Lightweight Electrolyzer Frames
Ultrason® S enhances electrolyzer frames with chemical resistance, durability, and design flexibility, boosting green hydrogen production efficiency and reducing costs.
21 August 2025
Mistra-Autex Orders Needlepunch Line from ANDRITZ
The new line will boost productivity fivefold, enhance product quality, and cut costs with ANDRITZ's ProWin™ system, starting Q3 2026.
6 August 2025
WACKER and Gearbox Partner on Plasmid DNA Manufacturing
The collaboration aims to enhance plasmid DNA production with antibiotic-free methods, improving scalability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness for advanced therapies.
4 August 2025
thyssenkrupp Polysius to Supply Electric Kiln for Zero-Emission Lime Plant
The project uses SaltX tech for CO2-free lime production, with a 2027 completion target and 40,000-ton capacity, backed by EUR 24M from Enova.
29 July 2025
Perpetual Next's Green Methanol Technology Video
A new torrefaction reactor will be installed in Estonia, based on technology from an operational reactor in Georgia, to meet rising green methanol demand in international shipping.
12 May 2025
Krah Pipes OÜ Chooses BorSafe™ for Durability
BorSafe™ HE3490-LS pipes, installed 15 years ago, still perform reliably, offering long-term durability and eliminating corrosion-related maintenance at Narva Power Plants.
12 March 2025
Perpetual Next Opens New Biomethanol Site in Delfzijl
Groningen Seaports allocates a site for biomethanol production, supporting maritime fuel transition and boosting European raw materials strategy.
9 October 2024
Perpetual Next Partners with Air Liquide for Biomethanol Production
Perpetual Next develops a biomethanol production chain using torrefaction and gasification, with facilities planned in the Netherlands, Estonia, and the USA.
29 July 2024
Perpetual Next Forms US and Europe Biomethanol Partnerships
Secured feedstock for 440,000 tonnes of biomethanol annually. New plants in Florida and Estonia using wood waste, boosting production and EBITDA with advanced torrefaction technology.
27 March 2024
Power2X Plans Green Methanol Project in Estonia
The project in Pärnu aims to produce 500,000 tons of green methanol annually, creating 2,000 construction jobs and 200 long-term jobs, supporting Estonia's energy transition and decarbonization efforts.
15 July 2023
Stora Enso Announces Restructuring for Competitiveness and Profitability
Plans include closing several production sites, reducing 1,150 jobs, and improving EBIT by EUR 110 million annually. Change negotiations will follow local regulations.
15 February 2023
Consortium Develops Molten Salt Regeneration for CCU
The new system reduces waste and reuses carbonate salt up to 100 times, aiding the transition to a carbon-neutral economy. It received €560K funding from EIT Manufacturing.
6 July 2022
Estonia Develops First Nationwide Hydrogen Valley
Estonia's Hydrogen Valley aims to create a full hydrogen value chain in six years, enhancing energy independence and sustainability through green hydrogen production, transport, and storage infrastructure.
16 February 2021
SWEETWOODS Ships First High Purity Lignin and Wood Sugars
SWEETWOODS project delivers high purity lignin and wood sugars, demonstrating sustainable hardwood biomass conversion. Initial tests show promising results for biomaterials and biochemicals production.
22 May 2020
SWEETWOODS Project Advances in Imavere, Estonia
A review confirmed the project is on track. The first 18-month report was accepted. Construction is complete, and key equipment installation is nearly done, with commissioning pending COVID-19 restrictions.
18 September 2019
Graanul Invest Begins Construction of Biomaterials Plant
The new plant will produce biomaterials from wood residues using innovative technology. Supported by EU funding, it aims for high efficiency and low environmental impact, with completion expected in 2020.
11 November 2015
VKG Opens Third Petroter Oil Shale Plant
The new plant, launched in 2015, boosts energy efficiency and reduces environmental impact. It processes 1 million tons of oil shale annually, creating 400 jobs and contributing 1% to Estonia's GDP.
17 March 2011
Novotrade Invest to Build Estonia's First Oil Waste Processing Plant
The plant will recycle oil refinery waste into liquid fuel, processing up to 50,000 tons annually. Excess waste will be imported from Poland, Belarus, and Finland. Construction starts summer 2012.
14 January 2011
Messer Opens Oxygen Plant in Estonia
A new oxygen plant in Järvakandi produces 2,650 m³/hr for Owens-Illinois, reducing emissions and energy use with oxy-fuel technology, aiding sustainability and efficiency in glass production.
